EnerSys® Expands Maintenance-free Offering for Forklift Fleets with New NexSys® TPPL Battery Models

READING, PA, Sep. 4, 2025 -

EnerSys (NYSE: ENS), a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, is pleased to announce the addition of new models to their line of NexSys^® TPPL batteries – covering even more material handling equipment applications.

NexSys^® TPPL batteries feature proprietary thin plate pure lead (TPPL) maintenance-free battery technology, designed to be “opportunity charged” between shifts and during work breaks to maximize productive uptime while minimizing operating costs. These new models offer improved energy performance for a variety of popular Class 1 and Class 2 equipment – including sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, very narrow aisle (VNA) units and more.

“NexSys^® TPPL batteries give fleets another option to eliminate hassles and downtime for watering, along with the energy inefficiencies and maintenance costs associated with flooded lead-acid options.” said Jason Wallis, Director of Global TPPL Products for Motive Power at EnerSys. “This new line extension of TPPL technology is a significant advancement for our customers wanting to switch away from flooded lead-acid batteries with no concerns regarding the battery’s fit or forklift’s weight rating.”

Driven by strong customer demand for additional coverage across high-efficiency warehouse fleets and operating environments, this product line extension of NexSys^® TPPL batteries adds a range of sizes for 24-, 36-, 48- and 80-volt forklift equipment.

With decades of proven performance, TPPL battery technology is highly-popular with operations pursuing sustainability goals, as it doesn’t require water while providing up to 99% recyclability and up to 12% better energy efficiency versus flooded lead-acid batteries*.

NexSys^® TPPL batteries are available for wide range of applications including material handling, floor care and other industrial applications. Most models also include data management tools that support higher reliability and longer service life. NexSys^® TPPL batteries provide power for thousands of applications around the world and part of the overall NexSys^® family of products that also include: NexSys^® iON lithium-ion batteries as well as a comprehensive line of NexSys^® traditional, outdoor and wireless chargers for a variety of applications.

For more information about EnerSys and its full line of products, systems, and support, visit www.enersys.com or contact your local EnerSys representative.

*Source: https://www.enersys.com/4aad8f/globalassets/documents/product-documentation/nexsys/_multi/glob/glob-en-fly-nex-sus-0923.pdf